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Lawrence Bowen is a Master Professional Member of International Association of Professional Architects (IAPA)
Professional Member of American Institute of Architects (AIA)
& Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI)

Being a Master Professional Member of the International Association of Professional Architects (IAPA) indicates that an individual is an extremely qualified architecture professional. This status signifies a high level of expertise, experience, and commitment to maintaining rigorous professional standards in the field of architecture.

Lawrence Bowen, CPBD (NCBDC Reg. No. 03137) is the Founding Principal & Registered Agent of VQ Design PLLC & Performance Engineering Architecture (PEA) specialist

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Post-secondary / Tertiary Education & Coursework:

  • Harvard Graduate School of Design

  • École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland

  • Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, Spain

  • Dartmouth Engineering Thayer School

  • MIT  SA+P

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​What is a Performance Engineering Architecture (PEA) specialist?

 

In the field of design, a Performance Engineering Architecture (PEA) specialist focuses on the integration and optimization of engineering principles within architectural design to enhance the overall performance of buildings. This role involves a multidisciplinary approach to ensure that architectural designs meet high standards of functionality, sustainability, and efficiency. Key responsibilities and aspects of a PEA specialist include:

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1. System Optimization: Ensuring that all building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) are optimized for performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

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2. Energy Efficiency: Designing buildings that maximize energy efficiency through advanced technologies, materials, and design strategies such as passive solar design, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient HVAC systems.

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3. Sustainable Design: Incorporating sustainable practices and materials into the design to reduce environmental impact and enhance the building’s ecological footprint.

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4. Advanced Modeling and Simulation: Utilizing computational tools and simulations to predict and improve building performance, including energy consumption, thermal comfort, and structural integrity.

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5. Integration of Building Technologies: Implementing smart building technologies and automation systems to improve the building's operational performance and user experience.

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6. Performance Metrics and Standards: Establishing and adhering to performance metrics and industry standards, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) or WELL Building Standard.

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7. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working closely with engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach to design and construction that meets performance goals.

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8. Post-Occupancy Evaluation: Conducting evaluations after the building is occupied to assess performance outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

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A PEA specialist plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between architectural design and engineering, ensuring that buildings are not only visually appealing but also highly functional, efficient, and sustainable.

​Architect: "A person who designs buildings and advises in their construction"--Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary

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Architect (noun): “A designer of buildings, who prepares plans, and superintends construction”—The New Shorter Oxford English Dictionary on Historical Principles

 

Architect (verb): “Design and build; plan and bring about (a desired result)”—The New Shorter Oxford English Dictionary on Historical Principles​

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"It is the pervading law of all things organic and inorganic, of all things physical and metaphysical, of all things human and all things superhuman, of all true manifestations of the head, of the heart, of the soul, that the life is recognizable in its expression, that form ever follows function. This is the law."--Louis Henry Sullivan, Architect, from his 1896 essay "The Tall Office Building Artistically Considered"

This statement encapsulates Sullivan's belief that the design of a building or any object should be directly related to its intended function or purpose.

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Organic Architecture is a philosophy of architecture that promotes harmony between human habitation and the natural world. This is achieved through design approaches that aim to be sympathetic and well-integrated with a site, so buildings, furnishings, and surroundings become part of a unified interrelated composition.

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Building Science Defined

Building science is a field of knowledge that draws upon physics, chemistry, engineering, architecture, and the life sciences. Understanding the physical behavior of the building as a system and how this impacts energy efficiency, durability, comfort, and indoor air quality is essential to innovating high-performance buildings. Modern building science attempts to work with models of the building as a system, and to apply empirical techniques to the effective solution of design problems.

 

Neil Hutcheon, the famous Canadian building scientist, defined building science as "a term now widely used, for want of a better one, to describe the growing body of knowledge about the relevant physical science and its application."--Whole Building Design Guide (Published by the National Institute of Building Sciences)

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"Architectural Design is a complex activity that involves multiple levels of knowledge, communication, and production, even on a small project. Architects often speak their own language, both in terminology and through conventions of drawings, models, and diagrams. Moreover, to make a piece of architecture requires following countless rules of which an able practitioner must remain ever knowledgeable: building codes, human dimensions, drawing standards, material properties, and relevant technologies. Familiarity with so many issues comes with schooling and long years of experience, but even the seasoned architect must avail him- or herself of a vast and exhaustive array of resources, from code books to graphic standards, from materials libraries to manufacturers' catalogs."--The Architecture Reference + Specification Book

VQ Design PLLC is committed to being a professional architectural design firm well-known for its exceptional service, integrity, and understanding of our clients' needs.

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"VQ" stands for vox quartus, which means 'fourth voice' in Latin. It represents Lawrence H. Bowen, IV's role as the fourth (IV) in his family line and reflects the architectural statement he makes through VQ Design PLLC.

VOX CLAMANTIS IN DESERTO

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It is believed to be one of the oldest and strongest connections between math and creative arts.

Almost all of nature’s elements contain the Golden Ratio (1:1.618). The Golden Ratio can be found in nature in everything from the structure of the universe to the human body, clouds to flowers and leaves. Nearly all of the beautiful things in the world around us have this ratio. The National award-winning VQ Design PLLC Studio reflects these proportions perfectly.

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IAPA & AIA

ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL

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Email: bowen@vqdesign.net

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  Lawrence Bowen, CPBD

NCBDC #03137

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© VQ Design PLLC 2025

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